At any given moment, there are a thousand thoughts running through our minds.
We wonder if our kids are safe and healthy and smiling. We wonder if our spouse is happy and comfortable and thriving. Why? Because we know the millions of things that could go wrong.
We know that our kids may face anything from a skinned knee to a serious health diagnosis. We know that our spouse may come home without a job or not come home at all. And so our minds begin whirring with all the possibilities, and we crave control.
But God doesn’t give us control. Instead, He asks us to trust Him.
Jeremiah 29:11 says, “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'”
If we truly believe this, then we can trust that God is good and sovereign over everything–including our families. So be encouraged this week to turn your worries over to Him!
Posted on: October 27, 2016
Life is full of mountaintops and valleys.
We reach the mountaintops when we find the love of our life, when we have our first child, when we land our first job, when we buy our first house, and when we find a best friend.
But then there are the valleys. The times when you and your spouse lose trust in one another, the times when your kids rebel against you, the times when you realize you’re unhappy in your career, the times when your house floods and you lose your things, the times when your friends get sick and aren’t sure they’ll make it.
1 Peter 1:7 says “…so that the tested genuineness of your faith—more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.”
In other words, God doesn’t let us walk through valleys just to experience pain. Instead, He takes us through hard times in order to refine our faith and grow our love for Him. He is able to take even our darkest moments and use them for good. How incredible!
We want to hear how God is working in your life. So comment below with your story!
Posted on: October 13, 2016
“To have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, til death do us part.”
On the day you married your spouse, you made a vow. In front of all your family and friends, you promised to love your spouse forever.
But then life happens and things get hard. You lose your job, money becomes tight, your child fails his classes, or your parents get sick. And all of a sudden, staying together seems like an impossible task.
So what can we do? We must remember the sanctity of our vows. We must remember the commitment we made. We must remember that sometimes better comes after worse.
And if you need a reminder of how to love well, just look at 1 John 3:16 which says “This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down His life for us.”
So how can you love your spouse well this week? Share your ideas in a comment!
Posted on: October 13, 2016
Our words have never mattered more than they do today.
With so many people from so many different cultures and so many different walks of life, it’s all too easy to offend. But is there a way to be true to ourselves and our thoughts while still respecting the different thoughts of others?
Ephesians 4:15 says, “Speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ.”
In other words, everything we say and do and think should make us more and more Christlike. So when we relate to others, we must strive to be 3 things: bold, truthful, and loving. Why? Because working towards these qualities will allow God to sanctify us.
Who do you need to be bold, truthful, and loving to this week? We’d love to hear your story in a comment below.
Posted on: October 07, 2016
There’s a spot in your spouse’s heart that only YOU can fill. They need you to be their best friend, their soulmate, their teammate. But they also need you to be their biggest fan!
That’s why we’re sharing 3 ways to cheer on your spouse…
- With your Words. First and foremost, you should cheer on your spouse with your words! You can do this by leaving them notes around the house, by listing out all the ways you’re thankful for them, or even by sharing why you’re proud of them. “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” Proverbs 18:21
- With your Time. Another way to cheer on your spouse is by spending time with them. Bring them flowers at work, watch them play in their weekly softball game, or take a walk together. Because sometimes the best way to cheer on your spouse is to fill them with moments of love. “Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty.” Proverbs 21:5
- With your Resources. And finally, be sure to cheer on your spouse with your resources. Maybe you’re a good cook with a kitchen full of yummy food and can make them a special meal. Maybe you are musically talented on a piano and can write a song for them. Whatever it is, be sure to use your resources to serve your spouse well! “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” Proverbs 11:25
What are some other ways to cheer on your spouse? Share your ideas in a comment below.
Posted on: October 06, 2016
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